MarCom & Events Associate

### **MarCom \& Events Associate** **MarCom \& Events . Saudi Arabia** #### **ABOUT ENDEAVOR** **We are the network formed by entrepreneurs leading the fastest\-growing scale\-ups in the world, and the greatest examples for the country. We believe that the leaders behind scale\-ups are the ones who transform industries and drive economies. And so they can continue generating even more impact, we support their growth:** * **Generating decisive connections through our global network.** We are matchmaking specialists, connecting the right people in a neutral and secure environment for exchange. * **Investing in businesses with high growth potential.** We boost the impact of scale\-ups across diverse markets, through our co\-investment funds. **Encouraging our entrepreneurs to dream bigger.** With every achievement, the benchmark for success shifts and opens space for new conquests. Thus, we inspire the next generations. #### **ABOUT THE AREA** The MarComm \& Events area is the operational engine of Endeavor Saudi's experiences, from intimate entrepreneur roundtables to large\-scale summits like Riyadh Forward that bring together 400\+ global founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders. The team ensures that entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, and partners have high\-value experiences throughout the year, through events, connections, and initiatives that strengthen the sense of belonging and generate decisive exchanges among network members. Who joins now arrives at a moment of evolution: the community is already connected and a reference, and the area is redefining the standards of how high\-level experiences should be operated for a new era. New playbooks are being written, formats are being refined, and whoever occupies this role has real ownership over the events that guide the community strategy for the highest\-impact entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia. #### **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** **The person responsible for the end\-to\-end operation of Endeavor Saudi community events will:** * Support the planning and execution of Endeavor Saudi's full event calendar; including global events, entrepreneur retreats, ecosystem events, networking dinners, workshops, and gatherings. * Conduct venue research, site visits, and selection, evaluating locations based on objectives, capacity, accessibility, aesthetics, and budget while adhering to high strategic standards. * Manage event actual vs. budgets with manager oversight, tracking expenses, processing invoices, and ensuring cost\-effective delivery. * Establish event pages and registration systems. * Develop detailed event run\-of\-shows, timelines, and checklists ensuring all logistical elements are coordinated and executed on schedule. * Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with event vendors including venues, caterers, AV technicians, decorators, photographers, and logistics providers. * Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure optimal value while maintaining quality standards. * Build and maintain a preferred vendor database with performance ratings for future reference. * Serve as the on\-ground operations lead during events, managing setup, supervising vendor teams, coordinating staff, and troubleshooting issues in real time. * Oversee guest registration, hospitality, and experience flow, ensuring attendees have a seamless, memorable experience from arrival to departure. * Coordinate with the communications team for live coverage, photography, and content capture during events. * Contribute to the creative vision for events, proposing themes, décor concepts, and experiential elements that align with Endeavor's brand. * Select and curate aesthetic elements (florals, lighting, table settings, signage) that elevate the guest experience. * Conduct post\-event evaluations including attendee feedback, budget reconciliation, and performance analysis. * Prepare event reports documenting outcomes, learnings, and recommendations for future improvements. * Log and capture all data related to each event on Salesforce. * Coordinate logistics pre, during, and post\-event, in partnership with Account Managers and cross\-functional teams. #### **WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE** ##### **Technical Skills:** * 0–2 years of relevant experience in event coordination, hospitality, or related fields (internships, volunteer roles, university event planning, or hospitality experience count). * Solid understanding of event planning fundamentals — logistics, timelines, vendor coordination, and on\-site management. * Experience or strong aptitude for sourcing vendors, negotiating terms, and managing supplier relationships. * Strong eye for visual composition, ambiance, and experience design; ability to curate environments that impress and inspire. * Comfortable directing external teams and managing guest flow; remains calm and effective under pressure. * Basic proficiency in project management tools, spreadsheets, and Notion (or similar). * Experience and curiosity in using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for daily tasks and automations. ##### **Behavioral Skills:** * Capacity to learn from each cycle and transform learning into process: whoever occupies this role improves the standard with every edition, not just repeats what worked. * Capacity to communicate with different audiences: a large part of the work depends on other areas, and ensuring everyone is aligned and on time is a skill, not a task. Ability to communicate with diverse external stakeholder profiles. * Capacity for risk analysis: anticipating what can go wrong, exercising caution, and resolving in advance. * Genuine enthusiasm for creating experiences; energized by the energy of live events. * Takes full responsibility for assigned events and deliverables; follows through on every commitment. #### **WILL BE A PLUS** * Experience with events where the quality standard is non\-negotiable, where details make the difference. * Understanding and experience with communities, networks, or ecosystems, including digital, where understanding how what happens in\-person feeds engagement between events. * Intermediate or advanced English (the Endeavor network is global and some events include international presence). * Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or related field. #### **WHO YOU ARE** **Endeavor is a values\-driven organization. We are looking for someone who embodies...** * **Entrepreneur First:** Someone who passionately believes in the power of high\-impact entrepreneurs to change the world for the better. You care about our mission. * **Go Big:** Someone whose curiosity drives them to dream (and execute!) big. You are someone who takes initiative and rolls up their sleeves to take our office to the next level. * **Network of Trust:** Someone who naturally builds trust with different profiles of people, from service providers to cutting\-edge startups to CEOs of established companies. * **Pay It Forward:** Someone with a service\-oriented attitude, who asks 'What can I do?' before asking 'What do I get?' * **One Endeavor:** Someone who thrives working with colleagues in more than 30 countries around the world. You are collaborative and build bridges. * **Always Agile:** Someone who understands that it is the planning — and not the plan — that matters, and is not demotivated by route changes or evolutions. #### **BENEFITS** * Structured growth path: 2–3 year merit\-based progression to Sr. Associate with formal mentorship, stretch assignments, and competency\-based assessment. * Direct exposure to Saudi Arabia's most dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem — working with Endeavor Entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, and global partners. * Access to Endeavor's global network and learning resources. * Professional development support aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 talent development objectives.